Vacancy Announcement

Theodore Roosevelt Center Research Historian
Dickinson State University

Location: Dickinson
Salary: $43,000 - $47,000
Closing Date: open until filled
Position Number: DSU
Requisition Number: None
Status: Full-time, Regular (non-classified)
Type of Recruitment: Internal/External
Job Order Number: None
Date Posted to Web: September 22, 2009

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must possess a master’s degree in history, with a concentration in American history.  Excellent writing skills, strong communication skills, demonstrated skills in historical research, and experience producing historical materials for non-academic audiences are also required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Application Procedures:

Review of applications will begin October 6, 2009, and continue until the position is filled.  Send letter of interest, resume, copies of transcripts, two examples of historical writing, list of three professional references and a completed Dickinson State University employment application to:  DSU.hr@dickinsonstate.edu or mail to Ms. Gail Ebeltoft, Coordinator of Human Resources, 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, ND 58601-4896.  Visit our web site at http://www.dsu.nodak.edu.  Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history background check.  AA/EOE

Summary of Work:

Dickinson State University invites applications for the position of Theodore Roosevelt Center Research Historian.  The goal of the Theodore Roosevelt Center is to serve scholars, tourists, teachers, curious citizens, and students of all ages as they explore the life and achievements of the 26th President of the United States.  The Research Historian will advance that goal by conducting historical research and engaging in historical writing related to the life and times of Theodore Roosevelt.  The research and writing will provide the foundation for: developing annotation and contextual materials and exhibits (both virtual and physical); making public presentations; developing and producing an e‑newsletter; and spearheading other efforts to promote the Theodore Roosevelt Digital Library collection.  Applicants who have high energy and enjoy collaboration will enjoy this position because the research historian will also work with P-16 teachers to develop age-appropriate curriculum materials and deliver appropriate guest lectures on campus.  Explore the initiatives of the Theodore Roosevelt Center at http://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.com. 

We offer an excellent benefit package, including:

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The state of North Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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